🌟 Join a Top Workplace in Specialized Therapy

Enhance your clinical career with AB Spectrum, a team proudly named a Top Workplace by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. We earned this recognition, which is based entirely on employee feedback, because we foster a culture where people feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.

AB Spectrum provides specialized Reggio ABA™ (Applied Behavior Analysis) therapy for young children (ages 1-6). Our foundation is ABA, an evidence-based therapy focused on developing communication, social, and adaptive living skills.

• Our Model: Our centers utilize a unique Therapy Through Play model. We embrace the principles of Reggio Emilia by devising a Natural Environment Teaching (NET), child-led learning environment to deliver individualized, high-quality early intervention services in settings that replicate a natural preschool.
• Our Team: Join our collaborative team of BCBAs, RBTs, SLPs, and Administration. You'll benefit from cross-disciplinary collaboration and unique special visits, including music facilitators, pet interactions, and other partnerships.

Role Overview & Core Details

The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) is a key member of our interdisciplinary team, responsible for delivering expert, play-based, and evidence-based services. This role focuses on clinical excellence within our unique "Therapy Through Play" model, collaborating closely with behavior analysts and families to support child-led learning.

• Reports To: Chief Clinical Officer
• Location: Wright City (50%) & St. Peter's (50%) or Chesterfield (100%)
• Type: Full-Time Clinical Staff
• Education: Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology (Required)
• Compensation: * $65,000 - $70,000 (based on experience)
• Schedule: Monday – Friday (No nights, no weekends, and no travel to client homes!)

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

• Work alongside a team of behavior analysts providing high-quality early intervention services in a clinical setting focusing on play-based learning.
• Provide direction, instruction, and support to clients and family members during regularly scheduled sessions.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments to determine appropriate, individualized treatment plans for each student.
• Develop and update treatment plans and individualized goals at least every three months.
• Ensure all treatment methodologies are evidence-based and reflect the most recent research findings.
• Create engaging materials to be used for programming and assessment needs.
• Collaborate with families and staff in the development of language support strategies.
• Participate in team, staff, and parent meetings as needed to ensure clinical continuity.
• Manage caseloads effectively and submit all required documentation promptly to the Director and insurance companies.

Essential Qualifications

Required Credentials & Education

• Licensure: Active Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) License in the state of Missouri.
• Certification: Open to Clinical Fellows (CFY) or those with their Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP).
• Education: Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology (Required).
• Background Check: Ability to pass a background check and maintain a clear record throughout employment.

Core Professional Competencies

• Relational Skills: Ability to develop strong, professional relationships with staff, clients, and families.
• Teamwork: Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate within an interdisciplinary environment.
• Growth Mindset: A desire to learn, share knowledge from continuing education with the team, and adapt to a child-led environment.
• Reliability: Consistent attendance and reliable transportation to your assigned clinic location(s).

Exceptional Benefits Package

We invest in your clinical practice, professional growth, and personal well-being to ensure you can deliver the highest quality of care without burnout.

🎤 SLP Exclusive Perks & Professional Development

• Manageable Workload: Low set billable hours to ensure time for documentation, planning, and consultation.
• Continuing Education Funding: Generous reimbursement for ASHA CEUs and state licensure requirements.
• Paid CEU Time: Dedicated, paid time off to complete courses and attend conferences.
• Administrative Relief: Dedicated administrative team handles hiring, billing, and scheduling, so you can focus on your clients.
• Clinical Support: Access to in-clinic supervision and peer support.

📈 Career Growth & Rewards

• Merit Raises: Performance-based raises awarded every 3 months for continuous, satisfactory performance.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Financial support for employees pursuing further academic study.
• Bonusly Rewards: An employee recognition program where points convert to cash.

🩺 Comprehensive Health & Wellness

• Health Insurance: 60% covered during first year; 100% covered after one year of service.
• Dental & Vision: Low-cost options available.
• Virtual Healthcare: Access to Rezilient (Virtual Primary Care), ViCare (Virtual Therapy), and Rescrybe (Prescription coverage).
• Free Clinical Visits: Partnership with Mercy for free healthcare visits.

🛡️ Financial Security & Protection

• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Offered to help you save for the future.
• Company-Paid Life Insurance: We provide $20,000 in coverage at no cost to you.
• Protection Plans: Short Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity options.

🎨 Community & Culture

• Company-Wide Events: Celebrate with us at our Winter Gala and Spring Picnic!
• Special Guest Visits: Our "Therapy Through Play" model includes visits from:
• • 🎶 Music Facilitators and the Bubble Bus
  • 📚 Story Time with our clinic mascot
  • 🚌 The Gym Bus and Chef Bananas

Joining our team means being part of a mission-driven, supportive, and lively environment where your work makes a real difference for children and families.

The pay range for this role is:

65,000-$70,000